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Captain Matt: book a private Sydney Harbour charter
Captain Matt offers private Sydney Harbour charters through Exclusive Boats, as well as captaincy, engineering and boat-delivery services. The private trips give families, friends and work groups their own outing with a skipper handling the vessel.
Bring the group, enjoy the harbour
The 40-foot catamaran LIFES GOOD is one of the boats available, with other vessels arranged to suit a booking. Birthdays and group celebrations are natural occasions for a private trip. Swimming or barbecue plans can be discussed as part of shaping the day around the people coming along.
We like this for friends whose shared interest in the water doesn't always mean doing the same activity. A harbour charter can bring everyone together, including those who would rather enjoy the boat than go diving. It creates a reason to spend the day afloat without requiring someone in the group to own a yacht.
A working skipper with technical experience
Matt Dawe also provides vessel operations, deliveries and engineering services. His Royal Australian Navy experience includes machinery and electrical systems, while more than 60 weeks of Yacht Week charters support his experience with guests aboard.
We feature Captain Matt because both sides of the business are useful to water-loving readers. A group can arrange a private harbour outing; an owner can discuss professional work on or movement of a vessel. The offering combines an enjoyable day for guests with practical boating expertise behind it.